Award of Scholarships to Outstanding NCC Cadets of the UT of Puducherry

Description
The "Award of Scholarships to Outstanding NCC Cadets of the UT of Puducherry" by the Directorate of School Education, Union Territory of Puducherry, aims to recognize and support outstanding NCC cadets. The scheme offers scholarships to eligible candidates in various divisions: Senior Division Boys Up to graduation , Senior Wing Girls, Junior Division Boys Up to 12th Standard , and Junior Wing Girls.

Benefits
• Senior Division Cadets: ₹500 per month.
• Junior Division Cadets: ₹250 per month.
• 34 fresh scholarships are awarded every year.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant should be a citizen of India.
2. - The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Puducherry by birth or by continuous residence for not less than five years.
3. - The applicant should have attended 75% of parades in the year.
4. - The applicant should have attended the eligible number of camps.
5. - The applicant should not have been discharged from the Institution/NCC under disciplinary grounds.
6. - The awards will be available in the following divisions: Senior Division Boys Up to graduation; Senior Wing Girls; Junior Division Boys Up to 12 Standard; and Junior Wing Girls.
7. **NOTE:** Awardees cannot receive other regular scholarships or stipends but can enjoy fee concessions, if any, from their institutions.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should visit their Company/Troop Commander and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form.
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Step 1: The interested applicant should visit their Company/Troop Commander and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form.

Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: Step 3: The interested applicant should submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the Company/Troop Commander.
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Step 3: The interested applicant should submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the Company/Troop Commander.

Step 4: Step 4: The Officer commanding the NCC Unit will scrutinize the applications and forward them to the Group Commander, N.C.C. Group Head Quarters, Puducherry with their due recommendations.
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Step 4: The Officer commanding the NCC Unit will scrutinize the applications and forward them to the Group Commander, N.C.C. Group Head Quarters, Puducherry with their due recommendations.

Required Documents
• Nativity/Citizenship/Residential Certificate, issued by the Officer of the Revenue Department not below the rank of a Deputy Tahsildar.
• Stamp-sized Photograph.
• Aadhaar Card.
• Public Information Certificate (PIC).
• NCC Certificate, issued by the NCC unit.
• NCC Camp Attendance Record.
• Character Certificate, issued by the Institution/NCC unit, stating that the applicant has not been discharged due to disciplinary reasons.
• Marksheet or Degree Certificate (up to graduation), if applying under "Senior Division Boys Up to graduation" or "Senior Wing Girls" division.
• Marksheet (up to 12th Standard), if applying under "Junior Division Boys Up to 12 Standard" or "Junior Wing Girls" division.
• Any other document as required by the Directorate of School Education.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I apply for the scholarship if I am not a native of the Union Territory of Puducherry but have been residing here for the past five years?
A: Yes, you are eligible to apply if you have been a resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for a continuous period of at least five years, irrespective of your place of birth.

Q: What are the benefits offered under the scholarship for Senior Division Cadets?
A: Senior Division Cadets receive [?]500 per month as part of the scholarship.

Q: I am a Senior Wing Girl in the NCC. Can you explain the eligibility criteria for the scholarship in this category?
A: Certainly. Senior Wing Girls, like other divisions, need to meet criteria such as citizenship, residence in Puducherry, parade attendance, camp participation, and a clean disciplinary record to be eligible for the scholarship.

Q: How many fresh scholarships are awarded each year?
A: The scheme awards 34 fresh scholarships annually.

Q: Can awardees receive other regular scholarships along with this one?
A: No, awardees are not eligible to receive other regular scholarships or stipends. However, they can benefit from fee concessions offered by their institutions, if any.

Q: Is there any fee for the application process?
A: No, there is no application fee. The interested applicant needs to follow the prescribed application process, as outlined in the scheme's guidelines.

Q: How is the application process initiated?
A: The interested applicant should start by visiting the Company/Troop Commander to request the hard copy of the prescribed application form.

Q: Can I apply for multiple divisions within the scheme?
A: No, applicants can apply for only one division based on their eligibility - Senior Division Boys, Senior Wing Girls, Junior Division Boys, or Junior Wing Girls.

Q: What happens after I submit my application?
A: Once you submit the filled application form and required documents to the Company/Troop Commander, the Officer commanding the NCC Unit will scrutinize the applications and forward them to the Group Commander with their recommendations.

Q: Can I apply for the scholarship if I have been discharged from the NCC under disciplinary grounds?
A: No, applicants who have been discharged from the Institution/NCC under disciplinary grounds are not eligible for the scholarship.

Q: How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
A: The scholarship amount is disbursed monthly directly to the awardees' accounts through the prescribed channels.

Q: Can I submit my application online?
A: No, the application process is offline. Interested applicants need to follow the steps outlined in the guidelines, including obtaining and submitting a hard copy of the application form.